Meds For Pain Management Flashcards
1
Q
Analgesic
A
Class of drugs that relieve pain without affecting consciousness
2
Q
Non-narcotic analgesics
A
Sold OTC for mild to moderate pain
3
Q
Narcotic analgesics
A
Prescription only
4
Q
Acetaminophen
A
Reduces pain and fever does not relieve inflammation
5
Q
NSAIDs
A
Non-narcotics analgesics adminstered to control pain by reducing inflammation and swelling
6
Q
Ibuprofen
A
NSAID
Analgesic and antipyretic
7
Q
Pain-relieving cream active ingredient
A
Capsaicin
